1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 456M | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
